Description
Deliciously glazed pork chops infused with brown sugar, spices, and cooked to perfection for a comforting weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to create a spice rub.
- Coat both sides of the pork chops with the spice mixture, massaging it into the meat.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place the pork chops in the pan and cook undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes to form a golden crust.
- Flip the chops and cook for another 4-5 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Season the pork chops up to 24 hours in advance for enhanced flavor. Enjoy air-fried for a healthier version or roasted for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg